1991 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2060 mm |